The FC crew analyse the major curveball thrown by Lyon as they ended negotiations with Liverpool over the transfer of Nabil Fekir. Manchester United, Liverpool and Everton are lining up moves for Wigan's teenage sensation Joe Gelhardt, sources have told ESPN FC. Prolific striker Gelhardt is regar...

The guys respond to your tweets about concerns for Mexico, Paul Pogba's place in the France XI and how Marouane Fellaini compares to Patrick Vieira. World Cup winner Frank Leboeuf has some strong opinions on Paul Pogba and his role with the France national team. Paul Pogba says he won't change hi...

Exploding Heads release England's unofficial song for the 2018 World Cup. The transfer window is open, and Transfer Talk has the latest rumours making the rounds. Follow live with our daily blog throughout the summer. Everton consider mega Lindelof offer Everton are willing to tempt Manchester Un...

England forward Marcus Rashford tells Mark Ogden that playing less for Manchester United in 2018 has left him feeling fresh heading to Russia. Exploding Heads release England's unofficial song for the 2018 World Cup. Despite England's 2-0 victory over Costa Rica, former England international Paul...

Anderson Talisca has been loaned to Guangzhou Evergrande. Benfica forward Anderson Talisca has opted to join Chinese Super League club Guangzhou Evergrande on a six-month loan following links to Manchester United. The Brazil youth international had been linked to a move to the Premier League, wit...

Harry Kane leads the line and Antoine Griezmann has relegated Cristiano Ronaldo to the bench in Paul Mariner's World Cup ultimate XI. Welcome to the ESPN FC 2018 World Cup Ultimate XI. Debating the best players and managers in the world is a timeless exercise that always sparks conversation, but...

England forward Marcus Rashford tells Mark Ogden that playing less for Manchester United in 2018 has left him feeling fresh heading to Russia. Despite England's 2-0 victory over Costa Rica, former England international Paul Mariner was not pleased with the team's uninspired performance. John Obi...

Former Gunner Paul Mariner sifts through an Arsenal-heavy transfer rater, including Marouane Fellaini, Stephan Lichtsteiner and Jack Wilshere. MANCHESTER, England -- Marouane Fellaini still has a contract offer on the table from Manchester United, the Premier League have confirmed. The midfielder...

Former Gunner Paul Mariner sifts through an Arsenal-heavy transfer rater, including Marouane Fellaini, Stephan Lichtsteiner and Jack Wilshere. Yaya Toure claims he will play for 1 pound a week to prove Pep Guardiola wrong, but Steve Nicol thinks his antics will make top clubs stay away. The Premi...

England forward Marcus Rashford tells Mark Ogden that playing less for Manchester United in 2018 has left him feeling fresh heading to Russia. Despite England's 2-0 victory over Costa Rica, former England international Paul Mariner was not pleased with the team's uninspired performance. John Obi...

England forward Marcus Rashford tells Mark Ogden that playing less for Manchester United in 2018 has left him feeling fresh heading to Russia. Despite England's 2-0 victory over Costa Rica, former England international Paul Mariner was not pleased with the team's uninspired performance. John Obi...

Casey Stoney MANCHESTER, England -- Casey Stoney's appointment as Manchester United women's head coach shows the club's desire to see the new team succeed, according to executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward. Stoney, who won 130 England caps, will lead United in next season's Women's Championship af...

Marcelo is confident Neymar will play for Real Madrid one day, regardless of whether Cristiano Ronaldo remains at the club. As Tite faces the decision of dropping a player from Brazil XI to make room for Neymar, the FC crew discuss who they would replace in the lineup. ESPN Brasil's Joao Castelo-...

ESPN FC's Brian McBride explains why D.C. United need to make Wayne Rooney's move to MLS happen, following reports that he might opt to stay at Everton. Wayne Rooney is continuing talks with Everton and D.C. United over his future, with sources telling ESPN FC that discussions are progressing wit...

While Diogo Dalot may not be a Man United regular next season, Shaka Hislop feels it's a statement of intent for the future. ESPN FC's Shaka Hislop assesses the latest transfer rumours surrounding Gareth Bale, Edinson Cavani and many more in Rumour Rater. Steve Nicol explains why Fred is a great...

England forward Marcus Rashford tells Mark Ogden that playing less for Manchester United in 2018 has left him feeling fresh heading to Russia. Exploding Heads release England's unofficial song for the 2018 World Cup. Despite England's 2-0 victory over Costa Rica, former England international Paul...

Spain spurned a host of chances and were made to pay, as a rare gaffe from David De Gea allowed Ricardo Rodriguez and Switzerland to nick a draw in Villarreal. Barcelona defender Gerard Pique opens up to The Players' Tribune about how his time at Man United transformed his career. A new wave of s...

LEEDS, England -- England manager Gareth Southgate was giving no clues as to his starting lineup for England's opening World Cup game but the performance of striker Marcus Rashford in Thursday's 2-0 win over Costa Rica certainly gave him food for thought. Rashford scored with a beautiful long-ran...

Herc Gomez and Sebi Salazar discuss the on-field impact of the recent Mexico controversy and why the timing has them between a rock and a hard place. A family with a view of Liverpool's training ground helped put Juan Carlos Osorio on the path to becoming a manager. COPENHAGEN - There has been no...

Marcus Rashford scored his third international goal and impressed overall at Elland Road. LEEDS, England -- Three thoughts on England's 2-0 win vs. Costa Rica in an international friendly. 1. Rashford takes his chance but Vardy struggles Marcus Rashford emphasised his ability to provide the X-fa...

England Costa Rica 2 0 FT Game Details Live football odds with bet365. Bet Now » GameCast Lineups and Stats England closed out their preparations for the World Cup with a 2-0 friendly win over Costa Rica on Thursday. Marcus Rashford and Danny Welbeck were on the scoresheet at Elland Road in Leeds...

As Tite faces the decision of dropping a player from Brazil XI to make room for Neymar, the FC crew discuss who they would replace in the lineup. Former Brazil striker Rivaldo believes Neymar should embrace the pressure he faces at the World Cup. ESPN Brasil's Joao Castelo-Branco reports on Brazi...

Steve Nicol explains why Fred is a great addition to Manchester United's midfield and why the club were smart to seal the move before the World Cup. While Diogo Dalot may not be a Man United regular next season, Shaka Hislop feels it's a statement of intent for the future. In an exclusive intervi...

While Diogo Dalot may not be a Man United regular next season, Shaka Hislop feels it's a statement of intent for the future. Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho used his footballing expertise to predict the outcome of the World Cup group stages. Paul Pogba says he won't change his style of pl...

Herculez Gomez explains why Mexico fans booed El Tri after their win over Scotland and why the players are behind Juan Carlos Osorio. Mexico's problems are mounting ahead of the World Cup, with Hector Herrera missing training in Copenhagen on Wednesday and Diego Reyes still a major injury doubt....

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho used his footballing expertise to predict the outcome of the World Cup group stages. Why is Brazil's World Cup squad so weird? What's Costa Rica's job? The Exploding Heads and Neymar's dad cover all the important aspects of Group E. Here's a look at some fu...

Gab Marcotti and the FC crew debate whether Spain's lack of a clinical No. 9 will prove detrimental to their hopes of winning another World Cup. Spain goalkeeper David De Gea and the country's new Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez have "turned the page" on a public disagreement dating back to 2016, ac...

Manchester United must have a lot of faith in Diogo Dalot as they have parted with around £19 million (€21.6m) to sign a teenager who has only played seven senior games. Sources have told ESPN FC that with most of Europe's heavyweights -- including firm interest from Bayern Munich and Barcelona -...

ESPN FC's Brian McBride shares his thoughts on how Argentina will cope at the World Cup without injured, No. 1 goalkeeper Sergio Romero. Marcos Rojo is heading to the World Cup this summer looking for "payback" after falling at the final hurdle four years ago. The Manchester defender was part of...

Former Gunner Paul Mariner sifts through an Arsenal-heavy transfer rater, including Marouane Fellaini, Stephan Lichtsteiner and Jack Wilshere. With the transfer window open, David Amoyal sorts through the speculation and rates how likely the rumoured moves are to take place. Gareth Bale to Manche...

Sid Lowe explains what Real Madrid will be looking for in their managerial search, and the FC crew ponder whether Arsene Wenger is a good fit. Towards the end of the season, Jose Mourinho started referencing his stellar CV with greater regularity. "I won eight championships, " he said after Manch...

Brazil have won a record-breaking five World Cups. Can Tite's men make it six in Russia? Steve Nicol explains why Fred is a great addition to Manchester United's midfield and why the club were smart to seal the move before the World Cup. Manchester United's imminent new signing Fred is joining "o...

The guys respond to your tweets about how Real Madrid could get Lewandowski, Iniesta's importance to Spain and their bold World Cup picks. The transfer window is open, and Transfer Talk has the latest rumours making the rounds. Follow live with our daily blog throughout the summer. TOP STORY: Man...

Former Gunner Paul Mariner sifts through an Arsenal-heavy transfer rater, including Marouane Fellaini, Stephan Lichtsteiner and Jack Wilshere. Barcelona goalkeeper Jasper Cillessen says he is happy to stay on if he is wanted at the Camp Nou, but suggested he could otherwise be open to a move to A...

The Exploding Heads delve into Group C, where Denmark may have the nicest fans and Didier Deschamps has been touted as the 'French Mourinho'. ESPN FC's Julien Laurens says Didier Deschamps must get it right with the tremendous amount of talent available to him on the France squad. France manager...

In an exclusive interview with ESPN FC, Ryan Giggs recounts his Man United memories and reveals what the current squad can learn from his success. The FC panel react to reports that Man United are lodging a €100m bid for Gareth Bale and question whether the Welshman even fits the Jose Mourinho mo...

Former Gunner Paul Mariner sifts through an Arsenal-heavy transfer rater, including Marouane Fellaini, Stephan Lichtsteiner and Jack Wilshere. The FC crew answer your questions about a trio of Premier League managers, snubs from the World Cup squads and more. Santi Cazorla will return to his form...

Signing for around €55 million from Shakhtar Donetsk, Fred will be the second most expensive midfielder Manchester United have ever bought. But what will he bring to the side? CORRESPONDENT VIEW: Rob Dawson In part, it is money well spent to help bridge the gap with Manchester City. But it is als...

Fred comments on rumours linking him with a move to Man United, while Brazil boss Tite urges him to solve his situation as quickly as possible. In an exclusive interview with ESPN FC, Ryan Giggs recounts his Man United memories and reveals what the current squad can learn from his success. Wales...

The latest transfer rumours from around the world. Things change in the blink of an eye in football. The Football Whispers Index takes the latest transfer rumours and gives them a score out of five; the higher the score, the more realistic and reliable the Whisper. Here are today's top five emerg...

Romelu Lukaku is prepared to put his club rivalry with Vincent Kompany to one side -- but only for six weeks. The Manchester United striker and the Manchester City defender have been named in the Belgium squad ahead of the World Cup in Russia. And on Monday Lukaku posted a video on Instagram insi...

Fred comments on rumours linking him with a move to Man United, while Brazil boss Tite urges him to solve his situation as quickly as possible. Gabriel Jesus jokes that fellow countryman Fred will always have his support, even if he is linked with a move to rival Manchester United. In an exclusiv...

Darren Ferguson Darren Ferguson resigned as manager of League One side Doncaster Rovers on Monday. The 46-year-old Scot, the son of Manchester United legend Sir Alex Ferguson, revealed his decision in a League Managers Association statement. "Following recent discussions and meetings with the boa...

Wales manager Ryan Giggs assesses England's hopes of success at the World Cup. Harry Kane, Kieran Trippier and Gary Cahill defended Raheem Sterling after the winger was criticised for having a gun tattooed on his leg. Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford appears set to start for England at the Worl...

Spain spurned a host of chances and were made to pay, as a rare gaffe from David De Gea allowed Ricardo Rodriguez and Switzerland to nick a draw in Villarreal. Why is Brazil's World Cup squad so weird? What's Costa Rica's job? The Exploding Heads and Neymar's dad cover all the important aspects o...

Herculez Gomez explains why Mexico fans booed El Tri after their win over Scotland and why the players are behind Juan Carlos Osorio. Sebastian Salazar and Herculez Gomez talk all things Giovani dos Santos, including what his role on El Tri would be if he makes Mexico's final World Cup roster. Be...

Fred comments on rumours linking him with a move to Man United, while Brazil boss Tite urges him to solve his situation as quickly as possible. In an exclusive interview with ESPN FC, Ryan Giggs recounts his Man United memories and reveals what the current squad can learn from his success. The FC...

ESPN FC's Brian McBride explains why D.C. United need to make Wayne Rooney's move to MLS happen, following reports that he might opt to stay at Everton. There's work to be done before the season begins, but ESPN FC's Shaka Hislop explains why Marco Silva ticks all the right boxes for Everton. Eve...

The Exploding Heads delve into Group C, where Denmark may have the nicest fans and Didier Deschamps has been touted as the 'French Mourinho'. With Paolo Guerrero suspended for six months, who will pick up the goalscoring slack for Peru in Russia? Peru were the last of the 32 teams to qualify for...

SHANGHAI, China -- Wales manager Ryan Giggs has joined the growing calls for the Premier League to introduce a winter break to help British teams prepare for major championships just days before the start of the 2018 World Cup finals in Russia. Successive England managers have complained about th...

Wales manager and Man United legend Ryan Giggs speaks exclusively to ESPN FC about his wish for the Premier League to institute a winter break SHANGHAI, China -- Wales manager Ryan Giggs has questioned whether England have the quality in midfield to make a major impact at the World Cup in Russia....

ESPN FC's Brian McBride explains why D.C. United need to make Wayne Rooney's move to MLS happen, following reports that he might opt to stay at Everton. There's work to be done before the season begins, but ESPN FC's Shaka Hislop explains why Marco Silva ticks all the right boxes for Everton. New...

The ESPN FC panel answer your tweets on this summer's transfer window and whether Thiago or Christian Eriksen would be a better fit for Barcelona. Samuel Umtiti has denied that he considered leaving Barcelona earlier this year, saying that his priority was always to remain at the Camp Nou after s...

Spain spurned a host of chances and were made to pay, as a rare gaffe from David De Gea allowed Ricardo Rodriguez and Switzerland to nick a draw in Villarreal. Gab Marcotti and the FC crew debate whether Spain's lack of a clinical No. 9 will prove detrimental to their hopes of winning another Wor...

Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski is tight-lipped on rumours he wants to leave the club this summer. Robert Lewandowski has been linked with an exit from Bayern Munich this summer as he is said to want a new challenge. If he leaves, who could Bayern land to replace him? Here's their option...

Fred comments on rumours linking him with a move to Man United, while Brazil boss Tite urges him to solve his situation as quickly as possible. Gabriel Jesus jokes that fellow countryman Fred will always have his support, even if he is linked with a move to rival Manchester United. In an exclusiv...